Research Specialist

* Bachelors in any of the following: plant, animal and/or human biology, plant biotechnology, bioinformatics, computer science, genetics, or other closely related fields.
* 10 years of relevant experience
* Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary environment.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Desire and ability to work collaboratively and help maintain a supportive environment for all team members.
* Highly organized and detail oriented.
* Professional demeanor.
* Ability to multi-task and establish effective working relationships.
* Ph.D. or equivalent experience in plant biology, genetics, genomics, bioinformatics, or related field
* Experience in multi-omics data integration (genomics, transcriptomics, metabolomics, ionomics)
* Familiarity with biofortification strategies and functional genomics
* Experience with statistical analysis and modeling in biological research
** Salary:
** Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.  The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS.The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee.

Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.
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